UNB is proposing to introduce a new research-based Master of Science in Environmental Management building on the existing Bachelor of Science in Environment and Natural Resources and the course-based Master of Environmental Management programs. The proposed program would consist of four mandatory courses (a 3ch research methods course, a 3ch course in Environmental Management, a 6ch graduate seminar and a 6ch thesis) with other courses potentially chosen in consultation with students’ advisory committees.

New

Stage II

Approved
(November 29, 2017)

Bachelor of Arts, Major in Information and Communication Studies
to
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Communication Studies
(UNB, Saint John)

UNBSJ is proposing to change the name of its program to more accurately reflect program content and outcomes. Students currently enrolled in the program will be given the option of retaining the current program name on graduation.

The MEd in Adult Education and MEd in Educational Leadership are being assessed as per the Minister's (September 2014 and March 2015) conditions to designation and in accordance with NBDGA policy. Modifications to offer the MEd with four proposed specializations are also to be assessed.

The program is being assessed as per the Minister's (Summer 2015) conditions to designation and in accordance with the Policy on the Assessment of Existing Programs Established under the New Brunswick Degree Granting Act.

Dalhousie University is proposing changes to its current Bachelor of Science, Major in Bioveterinary Science as well as the addition of an Honours option. Both the modified Major and the Honours programs would require 4 years/120 credits of study. The modified Major includes a change to one required course and students will now be required to complete a minimum six credits at the 4000-level. The Honours program requires students to complete an Honours Thesis as well as an Animal Research Methods course and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0.

MSVU is proposing an MA and MEd in Curriculum Studies: Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) to replace its existing MEd (Curriculum Studies): Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) The MA requires completion of eight courses and a thesis, and the MEd requires completion of either 10 courses or nine courses and a graduate project. MSVU is also proposing two new certificate and two new diploma programs in TESOL: one with a focus on adults and one with a focus on children and youth. Both certificates require the completion of four courses, and both diplomas require the completion of six courses.

SMU is proposing a new International Masters in Teaching English. The program is to be offered exclusively to non-native English-speaking ESL (English Second Language) teachers and be available on a full-time basis only. To obtain the degree, students complete 14 in-class courses, including three practicums, and a professional language portfolio.

SMU is proposing a new Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Applied Economics to complement its existing Master in Applied Economics. The proposed certificate requires completion of six courses (three required Economics courses, two additional Economics courses and an elective) over two semesters of study (three courses per term) and is intended to provide a pathway into the master's program for those who do not meet that program's entry requirements.

StFX is proposing to replace its Bachelor of Arts Advanced Major and Joint Advanced Major programs in Women’s and Gender Studies (WMGS) with a new Honours with Subsidiary option. To obtain the Honours with Subsidiary, students will be required to complete 48 credits in WMGS courses (including five required courses, a non-credit junior seminar in third year, and a thesis) plus 24 credits in a Subsidiary Subject.

Modification

To be determined

Pending response to Stage I questions

Bachelor of Music (multiple programs)
Bachelor of Arts in Music (multiple programs)
Diploma in Jazz Studies

StFX is proposing to terminate its Diploma in Jazz Studies and to replace three degree programs [Bachelor of Arts Honours and Advanced Major in Music as well as the BA in Music (Jazz Studies)] – with a new Bachelor of Music. In addition to these changes, the Bachelor of Music with Honours, BA Major in Music, and BA Joint Major in Music will be modified.

Modification

To be determined

Pending response to Stage I questions

Bachelor of Arts and Science in Climate and Environment - Major
Bachelor of Arts and Science in Climate and Environment - Honours
(with co-operative education option)

StFX is proposing a new four-year Bachelor of Arts and Science in Climate and Environment intended to provide students with an introduction to the broad spectrum of interdisciplinary studies in these topic areas. To obtain the BASc degree, students complete 24 credits of core courses, 12 credits in Humanities, 72 credits across the two concentration areas: (1) Climate and (2) Environment (48cr in the student’s chosen primary area and 24cr in the secondary area) plus 6-12 credits of open electives. To obtain the Honours, a 6cr thesis is required in the student’s primary concentration area. A co-op option will be available in later years.

UPEI is proposing a new, full-time MBA in Global Leadership to complement its existing part-time program. The degree will be offered via a cohort model of delivery beginning with a three-course foundation term (a zero-credit MBA orientation module and two (3ch) core courses) followed by two terms of six (3ch) courses each, including eight core courses, three electives, and an international capstone project.